HR Generalist - Meat Traders

SUMMARY:
The HR Generalist supports managers and employees by delivering day‑to‑day HR services across the employee lifecycle and ensuring consistent application of HR policies and procedures.​
The role works closely with the HR Team and senior management to implement agreed HR plans and provides practical HR advice that supports operational efficiency, legal compliance and a positive working environment.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Support to Managers and Senior Management

• Serve as first HR contact for managers on recruitment, leave, performance, discipline and general HR queries.​
• Support senior management by preparing HR information (headcount, leave trends, ER cases) and implementing agreed HR actions in their departments.​
• Escalate complex or high‑risk matters to the HR Manager, providing background and recommendations.

• Coordinate recruitment for agreed roles
• Oversee onboarding and induction processes, ensuring checklists, documentation and probation reviews are completed on time.

3. HR Administration and HRIS

• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, personal files and HR system data for all allocated entities.​
• Prepare HR letters (appointments, confirmations, warnings, termination letters) and ensure proper filing.​
• Liaise with Payroll on appointments, terminations and changes to ensure correct and timely processing

4. Employee Relations and Policy Application

• Guide managers on the correct application of disciplinary and grievance procedures for routine cases.​
• Assist with fact‑finding, issuing notices and minute‑taking during hearings and meetings, escalating complex matters to HR Manager.​
• Help ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures across all sites.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or related field.​
• 3–5 years HR experience, including at least 2 years as HR Officer / HR Administrator or equivalent.​
• Sound knowledge of basic South African labour legislation and HR practices; working knowledge of Employment Equity an advantage.​
• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural or similar operational environment preferred.Competencies and Skills

• Generalist HR knowledge across recruitment, HR admin, ER support and basic compliance.​
• Strong attention to detail and administration discipline.​
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work with employees at all levels.​
• Ability to prioritise, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a busy operational environment.​
• Confident using MS Office and HR/Payroll systems.